Methods

Ways to Communicate with Parents

Topics of Home-School Communication (Formal and Informal)
üStudent Progress
üInformation about school & community events
üInformation about school’s overall performance
üGoals & strategies of instructional programs
üTeacher expectations
üParenting information
üNeeds & strengths of students
üNeeds & strengths of parents/families
üFamily issues that may impact learning
üExpectations of parents/guardians
üFamily ability to volunteer and/or support school

Methods of Home- School Communications
Personal
ØFace-to-Face
ØTelephone
ØHome visits
Writing
ØNotes
ØLetters
ØReport cards/Progress reports
ØNewsletters
ØStudent portfolios
ØStudent agenda books, logs
Electronic/Technological
ØInternet Websites
ØE-mail
ØSchool Communication System
ØSchool Information System
ØVideo technology

Another point of view......Listen to the podcast from a teacher talking about the impact of technology on home-school communication (click on the play button).


Now click on the "Discussion" tab and give your feedback on the podcast.
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